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Into the Story: Learn English with True Stories

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Learn real English through inspiring stories told by people from all over the world. Intermediate to advanced learners — especially those preparing for Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced, and IELTS exams — will improve their English by listening to life-changing stories and motivational advice. Bree Aesie uses her psychology background to take you into the lives of extraordinary people, discovering different English accents and cultures. Studies show that stories activate your brain, making fluency fun and easy. Join our community and access learning materials at www.intothestorypodcast.com.

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#59 | Going Beyond NASA (with Tiffani Claiborne)

April 23, 2024 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Tiffani leaves her job at NASA to explore a new path, leading her to the most difficult thing she's ever done.  Level: Upper intermediate Accent: United States (Maryland) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO BE GLUED TO YOUR SEAT / SCREEN: To be unable to move from your seat or stop watching something. Examples: "I was glued to my seat during the movie."...

#58 | Waiting to Hold You (Martin Johnston)

April 09, 2024 05:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MB

When Martin becomes a dad, he realizes how difficult it is when we can’t be with the ones we love.   Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Essex) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with full vocabulary list, transcript, test, and much more! 5 words and expressions in today's story: -TO SHOVE: To push someone or something roughly or with force, often with the intention of moving someone or something out of the way. For example...

#58 | Waiting to Hold You (with Martin Johnston)

April 09, 2024 05:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MB

When Martin becomes a dad, he realizes how difficult it is when we can’t be with the ones we love.   Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Essex) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with full vocabulary list, transcript, test, and much more! 5 words and expressions in today's story: -TO SHOVE: To push someone or something roughly or with force, often with the intention of moving someone or something out of the way. For example...

#57 | Into the Wild (with Gloudina Greenacre)

March 26, 2024 06:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Gloudina goes to Ecuador to volunteer with a wildlife veterinarian and ends up learning an important lesson from children in the Amazon. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: South Africa 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - WILDLIFE: Animals and plants that live and grow in natural environments. Examples: "The national park is home to a diverse range of wildlife, inc...

#57 | Into the Wild (with Gloudina Goodacre)

March 26, 2024 06:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Gloudina goes to Ecuador to volunteer with a wildlife veterinarian and ends up learning an important lesson from children in the Amazon. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: South Africa 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - WILDLIFE: Animals and plants that live and grow in natural environments. Examples: "The national park is home to a diverse range of wildli...

#56 | Overcoming Impostor Syndrome (with Anna Tyrie)

March 12, 2024 06:30 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

Anna wanted to go to one of the most prestigious music schools in the UK and Europe, but felt that she wasn’t good enough.  Level: Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, transcript and more! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO NAG: To keep asking or reminding someone to do something, often in an annoying or persistent way. Examples: “He always nags his sister to clean u...

#55 | Taking Risks (with Lindsay McMahon)

February 27, 2024 06:30 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

When Lindsay McMahon was backpacking alone in Southeast Asia, an injury teaches her an important lesson about living a good life. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United States (New Hampshire) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, transcript and much more! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO BE WINDY (A WINDY ROAD): A road with lots of twists and turns. Examples: "The road to the cabin is windy and hard to driv...

#54 | Reimagining Success (with Alastair Budge)

February 13, 2024 06:30 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

Alastair Budge talks about his experience working in technology start-ups and how his ideas about success have changed over time.  Level: Advanced Accent: United Kingdom (London) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript. 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO BOND WITH SOMEONE: To develop a close relationship or connection with someone. Examples: "Working on projects together helped us bond as coll...

#53 | Building Confidence (with Anna Connelly)

January 30, 2024 08:54 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

Anna Connelly tells a story about giving her first big presentation at work and about confidence. Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Oxford) 🥧 Access The EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ for vocabulary, test, transcript and more. 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO HAVE EVERYTHING TOGETHER: To be organized, calm, or sure about handling all different aspects of life. Examples: "Even in tough times, she looks like she has everything together." "Feeling confident comes from havin...

#52 | Life Isn't Forever (with Michael Lavers)

January 24, 2024 08:48 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Michael Lavers from Level Up English tells a story about trying 16 different jobs in search of something more.  Level: Upper Intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (Cornwall) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO SEE WHAT STICKS: Trying various options to see which ones are successful or well-received. Examples: "The company launched multiple ad campaigns to ...

#51 | 18-Meter Fall (with Erica Tait)

January 02, 2024 16:08 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

Erica Tait shares a story of falling off an 18-meter cliff. Level: Intermediate Accent: United States (New Jersey) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠The EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ is here ready for you in our English academy website, AC English School: TAKE ME TO THE EPISODE PACKAGE 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO TAKE IN: Appreciating or looking at and enjoying the nice appearance of something, like colorful leaves. Examples: Samantha stood by the window, taking in the bea...

Season 5 Trailer

December 19, 2023 14:40 - 1 minute - 1.36 MB

Into the Story is back with new episodes on January 2, 2024! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intothestorypodcast/message

#50 | Mission in Paris (with Luke Thompson)

October 17, 2023 05:27 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

When Luke’s daughter loses something important, he goes on a mission through Paris to get it back. Level: Advanced Accent: United Kingdom (London) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO NOT FIT IN: When you don't feel like you belong or are accepted in a specific group or situation. - TO PUNCH SOMETHING OR SOMEONE: A strong hit made with a closed fist, oft...

#49 | Chef Clive Travels the World

October 03, 2023 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

Clive tells his story of opening businesses in different countries, working as a chef on private jets and yachts, in a search for new experiences and human connection. Level:  Upper-intermediate Accent: Canada 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO TALK YOURSELF / YOUR WAY INTO SOMETHING: convincing yourself to do something or getting someone to give you a ...

#48 | TEDx Event at the US-Mexico Border (with Mark Lovett)

September 19, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Mark tells the story of organizing a unique TEDx event hosted at the US-Mexico border, with all its challenges and a few surprises. Level:  Advanced Accent: United States (California) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 6 words and expressions in today's story: - TO COME UP WITH: To think of or create something, like an idea or a plan. - IT’S ALL ON YOU: You are responsible for something; everythi...

TEDx Event at the US-Mexico Border

September 19, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Mark tells the story of organizing a unique TEDx event hosted at the US-Mexico border. Level:  Advanced Accent: North American (California) 6 words and expressions in today's story: TO COME UP WITH: To think of or create something, like an idea or a plan. Examples: "I need to come up with a new recipe for dinner tonight." or "She came up with a brilliant solution to the problem." IT’S ALL ON YOU: You are responsible for something; everything depends on you. Examples: "If you want to succ...

#48 | TEDx Event at the US-Mexico Border

September 19, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Mark tells the story of organizing a unique TEDx event hosted at the US-Mexico border, with all its challenges and a few surprises. Level:  Advanced Accent: United States (California) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 6 words and expressions in today's story: - TO COME UP WITH: To think of or create something, like an idea or a plan. - IT’S ALL ON YOU: You are responsible for something; everythi...

Dealing With Uncertainty

September 05, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

Bonnie tells a story about receiving news about a terrorist attack in Nice, France, where her daughter and family were vacationing, highlighting the power of staying grounded and present in the face of uncertainty. Level:  intermediate Accent: North American (Canada) 5 words and expressions in today's story: TO SCROLL: Scrolling refers to the action of moving the content up or down on a digital screen using your finger or mouse. It's what you do to see more information on websites, socia...

#47 | Dealing With Uncertainty

September 05, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

Bonnie receives news about a terrorist attack in Nice, France, where her daughter and family were vacationing. Level: Intermediate Accent: Canadian 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO SCROLL: the action of moving the content up or down on a digital screen using your finger or mouse. It's what you do to see more information on websites, social media, or...

#47 | Dealing With Uncertainty (with Bonnie Earl)

September 05, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

Bonnie receives news about a terrorist attack in Nice, France, where her daughter and family were vacationing. Level: Intermediate Accent: Canadian 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO SCROLL: the action of moving the content up or down on a digital screen using your finger or mouse. It's what you do to see more information on websites, social media, or...

A Long Trip Home (Rebroadcast)

August 22, 2023 16:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Keena makes a long trip home after spending the summer in Greece. This episode originally aired April 2021. Level:  upper intermediate Accent: North American (Canada) 5 words and expressions in today's story: - FANNY PACK: A small bag or pouch with a strap, typically worn around the waist, used for carrying personal items. In British English, it's known as a "bum bag." Example: "She kept her keys and phone in her fanny pack while hiking." -STASH: A hidden or secret supply of something. Exam...

#46 | Finding Your Purpose

August 08, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Alicia Marie was sick with cancer, for the second time, and she made a decision: if she could find one person a day to talk to, then she knew she could survive. Level:  intermediate Accent: United States (Texas) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO PULL YOURSELF OUT OF SOMETHING means to remove oneself from a difficult or undesirable situation. It is lik...

#46 | Finding Your Purpose (with Alicia Marie)

August 08, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Alicia was sick with cancer, for the second time, and she made a decision: if she could find one person a day to talk to, then she knew she could survive. Level:  intermediate Accent: United States (Texas) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO PULL YOURSELF OUT OF SOMETHING means to remove oneself from a difficult or undesirable situation. It is like free...

Finding Your Purpose

August 08, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Alicia was sick with cancer, for the second time. She was at her lowest low. It was 3 am, and she made a decision: if she could find one person a day to talk to and effect positively, then she knew she could make it through. Level:  intermediate Accent: North American (Texas) 5 words and expressions in today's story: TO PULL YOURSELF OUT OF SOMETHING means to remove oneself from a difficult or undesirable situation. It is like freeing yourself from a problem or challenge. Example: "After...

Horse Trip Adventure

July 25, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

Sam embarks on a seven-day horseback trip with her boyfriend in the picturesque wilderness of the Rocky Mountains in Canada. She reconnects with her childhood love of horse riding after the loss of her mom, finding solace and adventure in the mountains. As they navigate through stunning landscapes, unexpected challenges arise. Level:  intermediate Accent:  Canadian 5 words and expressions in today's story:  TO BE IN AWE OF: To feel amazed and impressed by something very special. Example...

# 45 | Horse Trip Adventure

July 25, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

Sam goes on a seven-day horseback trip through the Rocky Mountains in Canada, and unexpected challenges arise. Level: Intermediate Accent:  Canadian 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story:  - TO BE IN AWE OF: To feel amazed and impressed by something very special. Example: The kids were in awe of the beautiful fireworks on New Year's Eve. - EERIE: Something that...

Olympic Weightlifting Champion, at 63

July 11, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Our storyteller is Laura Eiman from Boston, Massachusetts, in the United States. She tells us about her amazing journey to become a champion in Olympic Weightlifting when she was 63 years old. Want to know her secret? It all began when Laura started studying the Navy SEAL Training Program and developed a strong interest in being tough (strong and positive). Level:  High-intermediate Accent: United States (Boston) 5 words and expressions in today's story:   1. WANDER OVER: "Wander over" m...

#44 | Olympic Weightlifting Champion (with Laura Eiman)

July 11, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Laura Eiman tells us about her amazing journey to become a champion in Olympic Weightlifting when she was 63 years old. Level:  High-intermediate Accent: United States (Boston) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - WANDER OVER: means to casually or aimlessly walk or move to a specific location without a clear purpose or direction. It implies a relaxed and unhu...

#44 | Olympic Weightlifting Champion

July 11, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Laura Eiman tells us about her amazing journey to become a champion in Olympic Weightlifting when she was 63 years old. Level:  High-intermediate Accent: United States (Boston) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - WANDER OVER: means to casually or aimlessly walk or move to a specific location without a clear purpose or direction. It implies a relaxed and unhu...

Finding Your Voice

June 27, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

In today's episode of Into the Story, Jill shares how a simple comment from her high school teacher inspired her to overcome extreme shyness and pursue her true passion in life, leading to a transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Have you ever listened to that voice inside of you?  Level: Intermediate Accent: Canadian 5 words and expressions in today's story: 1. TO ROLL UP (SOMEWHERE): To arrive at a place, typically in a casual or relaxed manner. Example: She decided t...

#43 | Finding Your Voice (with Jill Mitchell)

June 27, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Jill Mitchell shares how a simple comment from a teacher inspired her to overcome extreme shyness and pursue her true passion in life—singing. Level: Intermediate Accent: Canadian 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get the FULL EPISODE PACKAGE with vocabulary, test, and transcript. 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO ROLL UP (SOMEWHERE): To arrive at a place, typically in a casual or relaxed manner. Example: She decided to roll up to the party and see ...

#43 | Finding Your Voice

June 27, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Jill Mitchell shares how a simple comment from a teacher inspired her to overcome extreme shyness and pursue her true passion in life—singing. Level: Intermediate Accent: Canadian 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get the FULL EPISODE PACKAGE with vocabulary, test, and transcript. 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO ROLL UP (SOMEWHERE): To arrive at a place, typically in a casual or relaxed manner. Example: She decided to roll up to the party and see ...

Climbing Mount Everest (Part 2)

June 13, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

In Part 2 of the episode “Climbing Mount Everest”, you’ll listen to the story of Laurie Skreslet and a team of climbers, face difficult conditions as they attempt to reach the summit. They face challenges like broken ribs and frostbite —will they make it? If you haven't already listened to Climbing Mount Everest Part 1, go listen now! Level: Upper-intermediate to Advanced Accent: Canadian  CLICK HERE TO USE THIS EPISODE'S FULL LEARNING MATERIALS WHILE YOU LISTEN 5 words and expressions ...

#42 | Climbing Mount Everest Part 2 (with Laurie Skreslet)

June 13, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

In Part 2 of the episode “Climbing Mount Everest”, you’ll listen to the story of Laurie Skreslet and a team of climbers face difficult conditions as they attempt to reach the summit—will they make it? If you haven't already listened to Climbing Mount Everest Part 1, go listen now! 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! Level: Upper-intermediate Accent: Canadian  5 words and expressions in today's story: -...

#42 | Climbing Mount Everest (Part 2)

June 13, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

In Part 2 of the episode “Climbing Mount Everest”, you’ll listen to the story of Laurie Skreslet and a team of climbers face difficult conditions as they attempt to reach the summit—will they make it? If you haven't already listened to Climbing Mount Everest Part 1, go listen now! 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! Level: Upper-intermediate Accent: Canadian  5 words and expressions in today's story: -...

Climbing Mount Everest (Part 1)

May 30, 2023 15:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MB

In 1982, Laurie Skreslet attempted to climb Mount Everest. He shares his thrilling adventure with a team of Canadians and Sherpas, facing dangerous avalanches, the closure of the only route up the mountain, and a life-changing moment. Level: Advanced Accent: Canadian   5 words and expressions in today's story: "To ignite" means to start something, either literally by starting a fire or figuratively by sparking an idea or feeling, as Laurie discusses igniting a passion for climbing. "Litt...

#41 | Climbing Mount Everest Part 1 (with Laurie Skreslet)

May 30, 2023 15:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MB

In 1982, Laurie Skreslet attempted to climb Mount Everest. He shares his thrilling adventure with a team of Canadians and Sherpas, facing dangerous avalanches, the closure of the only route up the mountain, and a life-changing moment. Level: Advanced Accent: Canadian   🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get the FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO IGNITE: to start something, either literally b...

#41 | Climbing Mount Everest (Part 1)

May 30, 2023 15:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MB

In 1982, Laurie Skreslet attempted to climb Mount Everest. He shares his thrilling adventure with a team of Canadians and Sherpas, facing dangerous avalanches, the closure of the only route up the mountain, and a life-changing moment. Level: Advanced Accent: Canadian   🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get the FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story: - TO IGNITE: to start something, either literally b...

Season 4 Trailer

May 25, 2023 05:00 - 1 minute - 990 KB

Into the Story is back with new episodes on May 30! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/intothestorypodcast/message

Just Dive In (Lánzate)

April 06, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

Lindsay tells us about a trip to Morocco when she needed to speak 7 languages just to find a hotel room. Level: upper intermediate Accent: British Click here for the full vocabulary list, transcript and listening comprehension quiz. 5 words and expressions in today's story:  - people-watching (7 min 23 sec) - in good conscience (8 min 25 sec) - (to be) drawn out (11 min 26 sec) - (to) retrace one’s steps (11 min 39 sec) - (to) dive in (15 min 21 sec)  This episode was produced by the AC...

#40 | Just Dive In (with Lindsay Williams)

April 06, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

Lindsay tells us about a trip to Morocco when she needed to speak 7 languages just to find a hotel room. Level: upper intermediate Accent: United Kingdom 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠⁠⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story:  - PEOPLE-WATCHING: Observing and studying people, often in a public setting, for entertainment or to gain insights into human behavior. - IN GOOD CONSCIENCE: Acting...

#40 | Just Dive In

April 06, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

Lindsay tells us about a trip to Morocco when she needed to speak 7 languages just to find a hotel room. Level: upper intermediate Accent: British Click here for the full vocabulary list, transcript and listening comprehension quiz. 5 words and expressions in today's story:  - people-watching (7 min 23 sec) - in good conscience (8 min 25 sec) - (to be) drawn out (11 min 26 sec) - (to) retrace one’s steps (11 min 39 sec) - (to) dive in (15 min 21 sec)  This episode was produced by the AC...

Have a Thick Skin (Ser fuerte)

March 22, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Alykhan recalls the story of his first day of school after moving to Canada from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania when he was 8 years old. Level: upper intermediate Accent: Canadian Click here for the full vocabulary list, transcript and listening comprehension quiz. 5 words and expressions in today's story: - (to) go downhill (6 min 20 sec) - What am I getting myself into? (8 min 47 sec) - (to) take advantage of someone (13 min 01 sec) - (to) have boundaries (13 min 09 sec) - (to) have a tough ...

#39 | Have a Thick Skin (with Alykhan Velji)

March 22, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Alykhan recalls the story of his first day of school after moving to Canada from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania when he was 8 years old. Level: upper intermediate* Accent: Canadian 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠⁠⁠⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript 5 words and expressions in today's story:  - GO DOWNHILL: When things get worse or go in a bad direction. - WHAT AM I GETTING MYSELF INTO?: Asking if a decision might lead to problems or...

#39 | Have a Thick Skin

March 22, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Alykhan recalls the story of his first day of school after moving to Canada from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania when he was 8 years old. Level: upper intermediate Accent: Canadian Click here for the full vocabulary list, transcript and listening comprehension quiz. 5 words and expressions in today's story: - (to) go downhill (6 min 20 sec) - What am I getting myself into? (8 min 47 sec) - (to) take advantage of someone (13 min 01 sec) - (to) have boundaries (13 min 09 sec) - (to) have a tough ...

Do Things That Scare You (Haz cosas que te dan miedo)

March 08, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Kerstin tells us about the time when she rappelled down the tallest building on the university campus where she worked. Level: upper intermediate Accent: British English (German speaker) Click here for the full vocabulary list, transcript and listening comprehension quiz. 4 words and expressions in today's story:  - (to be) buzzing (4 min 5 sec) - (to) abseil / rappel (5 min 8 sec) - (to) lose face (7 min 20 sec)  - (to) swear (9 min 52 sec) This episode was produced by the AC team: Br...

#38 | Do Things That Scare You (with Kerstin Cable)

March 08, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Kerstin tells us about the time when she rappelled down the tallest building on the university campus where she worked. Level: upper intermediate Accent: United Kingdom (German speaker) 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠⁠⁠⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript 4 words and expressions in today's story:  - TO BE BUZZING: Feeling excited or energetic. - ABSEIL / RAPPEL: Descending a vertical surface using a rope, often in a controlle...

#38 | Do Things That Scare You

March 08, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Kerstin tells us about the time when she rappelled down the tallest building on the university campus where she worked. Level: upper intermediate Accent: British English (German speaker) Click here for the full vocabulary list, transcript and listening comprehension quiz. 4 words and expressions in today's story:  - (to be) buzzing (4 min 5 sec) - (to) abseil / rappel (5 min 8 sec) - (to) lose face (7 min 20 sec)  - (to) swear (9 min 52 sec) This episode was produced by the AC team: Br...

#37 | Build Better Habits (with Craig Wealand)

February 22, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Craig tells us that if he hadn’t started creating English courses for La Mansión Del Inglés, he’d probably be an alcoholic by now, or maybe even dead. Level: upper intermediate Accent: United Kingdom 🚐 Ready to take your English further? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOR FULL EPISODE PACKAGE⁠⁠⁠⁠ with vocabulary, test, and transcript! 5 words and expressions in today's story:  - CHEEKY: Playfully bold or impudent; a light-hearted, teasing attitude. - OUT OF THE BLUE: Something unexpected or o...

#37 | Build Better Habits

February 22, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Craig tells us that if he hadn’t started creating English courses for La Mansión Del Inglés, he’d probably be an alcoholic by now, or maybe even dead. Level: upper intermediate Accent: British Click here for the full vocabulary list, transcript and listening comprehension quiz.   5 words and expressions in today's story:  - cheeky (5 min 38 sec) - out of the blue (6 min 20 sec) - dependency (8 min 04 sec) - (to) get a taste for something (8 min 29 sec) - (to) pay it forward (11 min 24 sec)...